Ocean Power Technologies Inc (OPTT)
AMEXIndustrialsElectrical Equipment & PartsSnapshot 2026-09-04
$0.19-3.55%
Close 2026-09-04 · 1-day change
AMEXIndustrialsElectrical Equipment & PartsSnapshot 2026-09-04
QuarterlyIQ Insights · OPTT
What must go right, what could break, what the price assumes, and what evidence comes next.
The current health of the standing investment case.
Recent financial performance sits well below its industry cohort — worth keeping an eye on, though it has not freshly broken.
One-year growth currently built into the price, compared with our model's estimate.
| Measure | Marker shape | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Growth built into the price | circle | 235.3% |
| Our one-year growth estimate | diamond | -10.2% |
For each item: what to watch, what would become a concern, and what would make it less concerning.
A reporting-risk estimate, not a forecast of the stock-price response.
Historical relationships that met the evidence threshold. They do not prove cause or forecast a move.
No outside relationship met the current evidence threshold.
Based on historical daily prices through 2026-09-04.
Past price behavior in dollars on a $10,000 position. This does not measure permanent business risk.
How much price usually moves either way.
Use the underlying financial and sector pages to investigate the cause.
Not investment advice. Scores describe historical and current data; they are not forecasts of future returns. Consult a licensed advisor before making investment decisions.
Growth built into the price is above our model estimate.
The price assumes 245.4 percentage points more one-year growth.
The one-year revenue growth assumption on Valuation.
Model as of 2026-09-04 · Compared with 33 industry peers
OPTT — earnings miss
Dated 2026-08-24
Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On August 19, 2026, Ocean Power Technologies, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing an update to the preliminary financial results previously announced on July 23, 2026 for the fiscal year and quarter ended April 30, 2026. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report and is incorporated herein by reference. In accordance with General Instruction B.2 of Form 8-K, the information set forth in
Why it matters: Getting funding is important for Ocean Power Technologies. It helps them grow and operate.
Supportive ifThey announced a successful funding round. They raised over $5 million.
Worry ifNo announcement of new funding or delays in funding plans.
Why it matters: Getting funding is important for operations. A successful issuance will help future growth.
Supportive ifThe company has issued 25 million shares. This process was successful.
Worry ifThe equity issuance fails or is delayed beyond the expected timeline.
Why it matters: Approval would keep OPT's tax benefits safe. These benefits are key for funding.
Supportive ifWatch for stockholders to approve the Tax Benefits Preservation Plan at the next meeting.
Worry ifWatch for stockholders to not approve the Tax Benefits Preservation Plan.
Why it matters: The outcome could lead to new growth opportunities or partnerships for the company.
Supportive ifLook for news about a partnership or acquisition from the review.
Worry ifThere are no updates or results from the review after several months.
A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days.
Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year.
| Measure | Value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Typical day | ±$351 on $10,000 · ±3.5% | How much price usually moves either way. |
| Bad day | $790 loss on $10,000 · 7.9% | A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days. |
| Largest peak-to-trough drop in the past year | $6,567 loss on $10,000 · 65.7% | Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year. |
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement; 1.20 means about 20% more.
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement to the sector. This is secondary context.
Latest 30 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
Latest 252 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
20-trading-day average in US dollars.
Trading days used by the source risk snapshot.
Past results, not a forecast. Not investment advice.
Why it matters: Integrating this technology could enhance OPT's offerings and market position. It is key for future growth.
Supportive ifOPT says it used the new subsea technology within 6 months.
Worry ifThere are problems with integration, slowing down the use of the subsea technology.
Why it matters: New funding is vital for the company's operations and growth plans. It can affect financial stability.
Watch forA successful equity issuance raised at least $5 million.
Also watch forNo equity issuance was announced. They did not raise the targeted amount.
Why it matters: The next earnings report will show revenue and progress. This is important for investor trust.
Watch forThe earnings report shows revenue growth or better numbers than before.
Also watch forThe earnings report shows losses or falling revenue. This raises worries about the company.
Why it matters: Winning task orders would confirm OPT's ability to leverage its new contract for revenue growth.
Supportive ifAt least one task order awarded to OPT under the U.S. Navy contract.
Worry ifNo task orders awarded to OPT under the U.S. Navy contract within the first year.
Why it matters: The outcome of this review could impact the company's growth and stockholder value. Investors will look for any announcements.
Supportive ifManagement shares a clear action or deal from the review of strategic options.
Worry ifNo news or progress on the review of strategic options in the next quarter.
Why it matters: The company has struggled to grow revenue through partnerships. Progress is needed.
Supportive ifRevenue from strategic partnerships increases by more than 10% in the next quarter.
Worry ifRevenue from strategic partnerships continues to decline or stays flat.
Why it matters: Improving margins are crucial for the company's financial health. Current trends are negative.
Supportive ifGross profit margins improve to a positive figure in the next quarter.
Worry ifGross profit margins continue to decline or remain negative.
Why it matters: New funding may help keep operations stable and support growth plans.
Supportive ifThe company announces a new funding round or deal over $10 million.
Worry ifNo new funding announcements or signs of money problems.